Odessa, Russia = Odeska, Ukraine?

Re: Odessa, Russia = Odeska, Ukraine?

Before 1918 Odessa was largest city in NovoRussia Gubernia in Russia Empire.After 1918 Odessa was part of Ukraine,and Ukraine was part of USSR.Now Odessa(Russian Spelling) Odesa,one S is Ukrainian is in Ukraine.Hope this wiil help. Nick.